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IIT Madras BS  Program calls for Applications
IIT Madras BS  program is all set to power India’s growth in the Electronics Manufacturing Sector. IIT Madras launched this 4-year program to meet the fast-emerging demands of the indigenous electronics industry.
The program is designed keeping in mind industry-specific requirements and skill sets. The curriculum is designed in consultation with industry experts.
Applications close on 27th August 2023. Those interested may apply through the following link - https://study.iitm.ac.in/es/
This newly launched BS program in Electronic Systems has received a great response in the first round of applications, which closed on 25th June 2023. Over 1800 applications were received from all over the country. Out of these, close to 1200 are regular entry-based candidates and the remaining are from JEE entry mode. The regular entry-based candidates will have to go through a Qualifier process, whereas those qualified for JEE Advanced can get direct admission to the program.
Highlighting the entry to this Program, Prof. Boby George, Faculty, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Madras, and Coordinator, BS in Electronic Systems program, IIT Madras, said, “Admission to the program is through an in-built qualifier process; JEE is not a requirement to join the program. Candidates who apply will be provided access to four weeks of content taught by IIT Madras faculty and the qualifier exam will be based on this content alone. Sufficient support will be provided to candidates in this period in the form of discussion forums and live sessions.”
The course content will be offered in online Mode and hence, it is open to all students. Those who have completed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics can apply irrespective of age, role or geographical location. Content, tutorials, doubt-clearing sessions and assignments will be online, while quizzes, exams and labs will be conducted in-person. The lab courses will be in-person at IIT Madras campus.
The program aligns with the India Semiconductor Mission to make India a global hub for electronics manufacturing and design. The semiconductor industry is a major contributor to the global economy, employing millions of people and generating billions of dollars in revenue each year, and is emerging as a key industry in India.
Elaborating about the program, Prof. S. Aniruddhan, Faculty, Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Madras, and Coordinator, BS in Electronic Systems program, IIT Madras, said, “The program is rigorous but flexible. The students will be continuously guided throughout the program to get the required knowledge and skills. The program is taught from fundamentals and there will be sufficient support provided to students to learn effectively in the form of live doubt clarification sessions, expert sessions and discussion forums. The program also features multiple exits and students can get a Foundational Level Certificate, Diploma or the BS degree.”
Prof. Aniruddhan further added, “There is huge potential for manufacturing in Electronics not only for India’s domestic needs but also in the form of exports to the global market. By acquiring fundamentals and essential skills, graduates of this BS  program will be able to serve in multiple industries. Students can also get internship/ apprenticeship opportunities with various companies where they will get to work on real-life projects. These internships can be offline, in-person or hybrid, and may vary from 3-8 months”
Students graduating from this program can get job opportunities in industries such as Automotive, Semiconductor, and Defence, among others, for positions like:
- Electronic System Designer
- Embedded System Developer
- Electronic Hardware Specialist
- System Testing Engineer
- Electronics Research Engineer
Students will receive a prestigious degree from IIT Madras, as a testament to their expertise in electronic systems, once they successfully complete this BS program. Additionally, IIT Madras provides dedicated placement assistance to facilitate career opportunities for program graduates, ensuring their successful transition into the industry. Graduates of this program will become Alumni of IIT Madras.